Gravesend music group GTown Talents have also been working to break down barriers and raise awareness of taboo subjects by giving young people a creative outlet through music and film.

Boredom, accessibility of drugs and dysfunctional family homes were just some of the issues identified in their videos which aim to encourage young people to respect the coronavirus rules .

The young rappers also lent their vocals to a fundraiser for ellenor hospice in Northfleet which was plunged into financial dire straits as a direct result of the pandemic.

More recently, the team released a short mental health drama on Youtube to raise the profile of issues affecting young people during lockdown.

The project is led by Jimmy Babalola with business partner Jordan Chawner, together with creative director VybeRoom.

Jimmy said: “We have got so many projects lined up. The next one is going to be about domestic abuse.”

On their nomination and award he said “this is what it is all about”, adding they had received some great feedback on their work.

The wider Community Awards also sought to share the wonderful work of unsung local heroes, many of which have volunteered in the area for a long time and others who are new to the area.

Among the winners were Olga Sienkiewicz who runs a playgroup in Northfleet and was nominated by all the mums whose children attend.

The 31-year-old mum, who is originally from Poland, moved to Gravesend last year but found herself isolated initially.